Wiper blade leaving streaks on windshield

[detailnoob]

Hi all, Since day 1 I've had problems with my wipers/windshield . New wipers always end up jittering a few months after installation. I've used BMW rebranded wipers, Bosch wipers, and Valeo wipers. So far valeo wipers lasted me the longest, I'm not too sure whether it's because of the lack of rain hence it appears to last longer or it's actually built better. However it's starting to make noise now, therefore I'm on my way to my fourth set of wipers and I'll be purchasing bosch aero twin plus again.


Today while driving in the rain I realised that my wipers are leaving marks in the middle of my windshield that are visible only when the windshield is wet. Examining the windshield, I could not feel any scratches but I could see the marks at a certain angle. At the place where the wipers rest, more prominent marks could be seen there (only when wet), I believe it has been there since day 1.

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I've tried cleaning the windshield, cleaning the wipers and claybarring the windshield, nothing has provided me with a permanent solution yet, therefore I've decided I'll give glass polish a go, specifically car pro ceriglass followed by car pro flyby forte. Has anyone tried this product before? Would this product remove the marks and provide me with a long term solution to my problem?

[Avant]

As crazy as it sounds... what kind of windshield wiper fluid do you use?

[Rsurfer]

Hi all, Since day 1 I've had problems with my wipers/windshield . New wipers always end up jittering a few months after installation. I've used BMW rebranded wipers, Bosch wipers, and Valeo wipers. So far valeo wipers lasted me the longest, I'm not too sure whether it's because of the lack of rain hence it appears to last longer or it's actually built better. However it's starting to make noise now, therefore I'm on my way to my fourth set of wipers and I'll be purchasing bosch aero twin plus again.


Today while driving in the rain I realised that my wipers are leaving marks in the middle of my windshield that are visible only when the windshield is wet. Examining the windshield, I could not feel any scratches but I could see the marks at a certain angle. At the place where the wipers rest, more prominent marks could be seen there (only when wet), I believe it has been there since day 1.

YouTube (https://youtu.be/OrSXkEE2BHs)


Imgur: The magic of the Internet (https://imgur.com/a/alL26Xu)


I've tried cleaning the windshield, cleaning the wipers and claybarring the windshield, nothing has provided me with a permanent solution yet, therefore I've decided I'll give glass polish a go, specifically car pro ceriglass followed by car pro flyby forte. Has anyone tried this product before? Would this product remove the marks and provide me with a long term solution to my problem?

Ceriglass with a rayon pad will definitely clean your glass and rid those wiper marks.

Most pp dry wipe their windshield..by that I mean they turn on their wipers before wetting. Give your windshield a good soak before turning on your wipers. The top of the blade while resting is accumulating a lot of dirt and grime.

[detailnoob]

Ceriglass with a rayon pad will definitely clean your glass and rid those wiper marks.

Most pp dry wipe their windshield..by that I mean they turn on their wipers before wetting. Give your windshield a good soak before turning on your wipers. The top of the blade while resting is accumulating a lot of dirt and grime.

That's great to hear, I shall order the detail pack, since I do have a polisher would manual polish withe the block be sufficient? Will it leave swirl mark on the windshield?


As crazy as it sounds... what kind of windshield wiper fluid do you use?

No you are not crazy ... I've heard that wiper fluid can degrade the quality of wipers. TBH i'm not sure what I'm using atm, probably BMW branded wipers fluid. When used, the blades do sweep nicely for a few minutes it then returns to squeaking sweeps.

[Rrthomas78]

Try some 303 on your blades...I use cheap ($10 per) rain x beam blades and 303 makes them last forever

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[PaulMys]

Try some 303 on your blades...I use cheap ($10 per) rain x beam blades and 303 makes them last forever

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I have used 303 on mine as well. I can say it helped the longevity a bit.

One tip I got here on AGO a few years ago that works great is to add a couple ounces of ONR to the washer fluid.

It works, and I like to share the tip whenever the subject comes up. :)

[Rrthomas78]

I have used 303 on mine as well. I can say it helped the longevity a bit.

One tip I got here on AGO a few years ago that works great is to add a couple ounces of ONR to the washer fluid.

It works, and I like to share the tip whenever the subject comes up. :)I'll be trying that tomorrow thanks for the tip

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[57Rambler]

When using 303 on blades, are we talking a simple wipeon application of 303 to the blade ? Or are we talking "pickling" the things in a bath of 303 ?

[Rrthomas78]

When using 303 on blades, are we talking a simple wipeon application of 303 to the blade ? Or are we talking "pickling" the things in a bath of 303 ?Wipe on...it does the trick

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[Rsurfer]

[QUOTE=detailnoob;1665269]That's great to hear, I shall order the detail pack, since I do have a polisher would manual polish withe the block be sufficient? Will it leave swirl mark on the windshield?



A polisher will make your life easier.

No it will not leave swirl marks.

[57Rambler]

Wipe on...it does the trick

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Sweet. Thanks. 303 Aero is already in my arsenal.

[TheMidnightNarwhal]

OP this is hilarious I have the same exact problem. I almost feel like I did this post! I have a BMW with wipers blades that I fully cleaned, also clay barred windshield and cleaned still happening. To this date I am wondering if I need wipers or polish the glass. But in my case I suspect the chineese aquapel that I used.... but that was like, 6 months ago. I would assume it's gone. I have zero water repealleancy.

If new wipers don't do the trick I'm also going to try that ceriglass!

[Avant]

That's great to hear, I shall order the detail pack, since I do have a polisher would manual polish withe the block be sufficient? Will it leave swirl mark on the windshield?



No you are not crazy ... I've heard that wiper fluid can degrade the quality of wipers. TBH i'm not sure what I'm using atm, probably BMW branded wipers fluid. When used, the blades do sweep nicely for a few minutes it then returns to squeaking sweeps.

I’ve had great success with a combo of Sonax wiper fluid and 303 coating on the wipers. I also tend to spray the wiper fluid before wiping when I can. Sometimes the rain sensor is faster than I am though.


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[detailnoob]

OP this is hilarious I have the same exact problem. I almost feel like I did this post! I have a BMW with wipers blades that I fully cleaned, also clay barred windshield and cleaned still happening. To this date I am wondering if I need wipers or polish the glass. But in my case I suspect the chineese aquapel that I used.... but that was like, 6 months ago. I would assume it's gone. I have zero water repealleancy.

If new wipers don't do the trick I'm also going to try that ceriglass!

I’ve just ordered a new set of aero twin plus and ceriglass polish pack. My last pair of aero twin plus only lasted me 3 or 4 months. At this stage I need to try something completely different and hope for a different outcome. I shall report back once I’ve polished and sealed the windshield.


I’ve had great success with a combo of Sonax wiper fluid and 303 coating on the wipers. I also tend to spray the wiper fluid before wiping when I can. Sometimes the rain sensor is faster than I am though.


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I do look after my wipers and try to moisturise it every now and then, I just can’t believe my friend who parks his car in the sun 24/7 has no problem with his wipers!!! How should one empty out the washer fluid to refill with something better?

[Eldorado2k]

How should one empty out the washer fluid to refill with something better?

I use my Ridgid vacuum w/tube attachment.

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Refilled with 303 Windshield Washer Tablets

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Mixed with distilled water

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I recommend moving on from overpriced rubber wiper blades.. They’re way too expensive and none of them last.
Instead go with silicone blades. I bought my silicone replacement blades for around $7-8 bucks [for the pair] and they work absolutely perfect after 5 months and I use them to clean my windshield all the time...

We rarely get rain over here, but when it rains they work flawlessly. Find them on eBay for super cheap!